Louth Falls
Ontario • 7 m
By Armen Suny · Last verified Oct 2026
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Difficulty
Moderate
Trail Type
Out And Back
About Louth Falls
Louth Falls is a small plunge waterfall where Sixteen Mile Creek drops over Irondequoit limestone of the Niagara Escarpment, in the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority's Louth Conservation Area near Jordan Station. The conservation area has two waterfalls and gives access to the Bruce Trail. The setting is natural and wooded, and flow is highest in spring.
The Setting
Louth Falls sits at 168 metres within Louth, in the foothills of Ontario. The falls drop 7 metres.
Height: 24 feet
Nearby Falls Worth Visiting
Lower Ball's Falls (27 m) lies 2.9 kilometres to the west. Also nearby: Rockway Falls (20 m, 2.7 km) and Upper Ball's Falls (11 m, 2.9 km).
Trail & Hike Details
Trail Description
From the small parking lot, a trail leads into the woods and after a few hundred metres descends past a limestone wall. A trail on the left runs about 100 m to the crest of the falls. The walk takes about 7 minutes each way, and there are no safety railings at the falls.
What to Expect
The falls drop a gentle 7 metres. Dogs are welcome.
Accessibility
The trail is not wheelchair accessible. Uneven terrain and elevation changes require steady footing.
Frequently Asked Questions
🐶 Are Dogs Allowed at Louth Falls?
✅ Dogs are allowed
Dogs must be leashed, and visitors must stay on the trails, in the NPCA's Louth Conservation Area.
Are There Any Fees or Permits Required?
🆖 No fees required
🏊 Is There Swimming at Louth Falls?
❌ Swimming is not allowed
When to Visit
Spring for the fullest water flows and green surroundings; fall for foliage color and photography. Summer visits are pleasant for easy hiking but flows may be lower. Winter can produce ice formations and dramatic scenes but trails may be icy and hazardous, use caution and appropriate equipment.
Seasonal Access
The best time to visit is Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter. Check with the managing park or local authority for current conditions.
Safety Information
Hazards include slippery wet or icy rocks, steep or unstable banks, sudden high flows after rain, cold water temperature, and falling from ledges. Keep clear of the edge, supervise children closely, avoid swimming unless a designated safe area exists, and check conditions after heavy rain or during freeze-thaw cycles. Carry a charged phone and tell someone your plans if hiking alone.
Current Water Conditions
These readings come from the Water Survey of Canada gauge on Twenty Mile Creek, 2.8 km away, not on Louth Falls's own stream. Use them as a sign of whether the area is running wet or dry.
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Current discharge — how much water is flowing
Lower than usual for this time of year
Based on 67 years of record
5.53 m
Water depth at gauge
7-Day Discharge Trend
What does this mean for your visit?
Flow is lower than usual for this time of year.
About This Gauge
7-Day Flow Outlook
Based on the WSC gauge TWENTY MILE CREEK AT BALLS FALLS (3 km away).
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5/10Best window: Today — low flow, cloudy (trip score 5/10).
Best time of year: this gauge typically runs highest from mid February to late April, peaking in April.
How we calculate this
This is a transparent outlook, not a precise forecast. We take the waterfall's current flow strength (how it ranks against its historical normal for today, from the nearest WSC stream gauge), carry that ranking forward along the gauge's seasonal curve, and nudge it for forecast rain. Confidence is highest for the next day or two and falls further out. Always check official conditions and your own judgment before visiting — high flows can be dangerous.
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Location & Access
Getting There
Louth Conservation Area is at 3193 Staff Avenue, Jordan Station. The parking lot is right off the road at the trail entrance.
Get Directions on Google MapsParking
A small parking lot sits right off the road at the trail entrance. No washrooms are available on site.
Elevation
168 metres above sea level
Coordinates
43.124267° N, -79.350895° W
Land Management
Managed by Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority
Visitor Tips & Gear
Stay on the trails and keep dogs leashed, as the NPCA requires. There are no safety railings at the falls, so keep back from the edge.
Where to Stay
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Nearby Campground
Shangri-La Family Campground
0.8 km away
Additional Information
Nearby Attractions
The Bruce Trail can be reached from the conservation area's trails.
Wildlife
Typical Niagara Region species: white-tailed deer, raccoons, squirrels, various songbirds, waterfowl, and amphibians. Ticks and poison ivy may be present, take usual precautions.
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